We’ve hit May’s “fifth Wednesday”, and that means we have an intriguing mix of new releases this week. Whether that means the next issue of your favorite ongoing or some fun one-shot specials, we have just what you need to get through the end of the month and on to June. Our email inbox is ready and waiting.

Don’t forget that we will be CLOSED on Monday, May 27th in observance of Memorial Day. Normal hours will resume Tuesday, and comics will be available as per usual on Wednesday, of course. Have a wonderful extended holiday weekend, and we’ll see you again soon!

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We have some fascinating graded Silver Age comics for you this week, so let’s take a look! Up first is an absolutely gorgeous example of Action Comics #371, a classic story featuring Superman. Also available is a solid, display-worthy copy of X-Men #8 containing the first appearance of Unus the Untouchable along with a Beast pin-up, as only a stellar creative team can provide. Don’t miss out!

A Silver Age classic as brought to you by the legendary team of Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, and Chic Stone, it features the first appearance of Unus the Untouchable, a supporting appearance by the Mastermind, and a Beast pin-up.

A wonderful 1960s classic to add to your collection, this issue features the first appearance and partial origin of Wonder Man (Simon Williams), along with appearances by Baron Zemo, Enchantress, and Executioner. Art is by Don Heck and Dick Ayers, story by Stan Lee, and cover by Jack Kirby and Chic Stone.

A fantastic comic from an original owner collection — this late Golden Age issue features a classic cover by Wayne Boring and Stan Kaye, and interior artwork by Boring and Kaye, along with Ed Smalle, Jim Mooney, and Bob Brown.

Everyone, good luck!

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Another beautiful spring, another exciting show, and once again we would like to offer our humble thanks for joining us. We hope you had a wonderful time, found a great bargain in our fabulous selection of half-price trades and among our legendary $1.00 comic boxes, and finally scored that special issue you needed to fill a hole in your collection. Maybe you just enjoyed window shopping at the displays of rare comic book history or winning a raffle prize! No matter what thrilled you the most, seeing happy comic fans is what makes it all worthwhile.

Our next show will be in October, 2019. Please keep an eye on our Upcoming Events page for the exact date, additional details, and news on other happenings in the Rochester area comic scene! If you have any suggestions for what we can do better with our next show, or things that you thought worked particularly well, we would love to hear your feedback. We want to make this the best event we can for you, and your input is always welcome and appreciated.

Thank you again for the great time at the show, and we look forward to seeing you soon. (Remember, you don’t need a special event to take the time to read comic books!)

May has been relentless in its releases — there are so many good things to choose from! Don’t let any of these fantastic titles pass you by. Our inbox is open and awaiting your requests, so just shoot us an email, any time of day or night.

Maybe you don’t have any plans this Saturday, May 18th, 10am–4pm, or maybe you’ve been looking forward to it for months; either way, our Spring 2019 Comic Book Show & Sale has finally (almost) arrived! Details are available on our Upcoming Events page.

We can’t wait to see you there.

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We’re just days away from our Spring 2019 Comic Book Show & Sale — and we’re excited, to say the least! As part of the festivities, we have another selection of beautiful graded comics for your consideration. For those attending, these will also be available for viewing in person at the show. (Bidding is through eBay only, however.)

First up is a wonderful example of Avengers #9, a must-have Silver Age book featuring appearances by Executioner, Enchantress, and Baron Zemo, and more importantly, the first appearance and partial origin of Wonder Man. Also available is an excellent copy of a late Golden Age issue of Action Comics, highlighting a classic story in the best Superman tradition. Either (or both!) would make perfect additions to your collection.

A wonderful 1960s classic to add to your collection, this issue features the first appearance and partial origin of Wonder Man (Simon Williams), along with appearances by Baron Zemo, Enchantress, and Executioner. Art is by Don Heck and Dick Ayers, story by Stan Lee, and cover by Jack Kirby and Chic Stone.

A fantastic comic from an original owner collection — this late Golden Age issue features a classic cover by Wayne Boring and Stan Kaye, and interior artwork by Boring and Kaye, along with Ed Smalle, Jim Mooney, and Bob Brown.

This epic book contains an Incredible Hulk vs. Thing battle, an Avengers appearance, and the 2nd Silver Age appearance of Captain America. A must-have book to help complete your collection, this issue features a story by the late, great Stan Lee, with a classic cover and wonderful art by Jack Kirby and George Roussos.

From an original owner collection, this issue features an early Spider-Man appearance, an Egghead appearance, and an oddity — the spider emblem is missing from Spider-Man’s costume on the cover. The stories are written by Stan Lee and Larry Lieber, cover art is by Jack Kirby and Chic Stone, and story artwork is by Lieber, Stone, Dick Ayers, and Paul Reinman.

We’re rushing through May at an alarming rate — or maybe just an exciting one? With Free Comic Book Day 2019 in our rear view mirror, we’re already looking ahead to our upcoming Spring Comic Book Show & Sale on Saturday, May 18th. If you enjoyed Free Comic Book Day, you owe it to yourself to check out our show as well.

In the meantime, rest assured that in the hustle and bustle of getting ready for events, we haven’t forgotten about good ol’ New Comic Wednesday, as you can see from the list above! As always, our email inbox is ready and waiting for any requests you may have.

Enjoy the weekend, and Happy Mother’s Day!

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We’re back again this week with two outstanding graded books to celebrate our upcoming Spring 2019 Comic Book Show & Sale on Saturday, May 18th. If you’re in the area and able to attend, something exciting is sure to catch your eye — and bring the family!

Our first offering is a great copy of Fantastic Four #25, highlighting the second Silver Age appearance of Captain America, an overall Avengers group appearance, and an epic battle between the Thing and the Incredible Hulk. Also available is a solid example of Tales to Astonish #57, starring Giant-Man and the Wasp, with an early appearance by Spider-Man (sans costume emblem on the cover, how strange!), in addition to an Egghead appearance. What collection is complete without these?

This epic book contains an Incredible Hulk vs. Thing battle, an Avengers appearance, and the 2nd Silver Age appearance of Captain America. A must-have book to help complete your collection, this issue features a story by the late, great Stan Lee, with a classic cover and wonderful art by Jack Kirby and George Roussos.

From an original owner collection, this issue features an early Spider-Man appearance, an Egghead appearance, and an oddity — the spider emblem is missing from Spider-Man’s costume on the cover. The stories are written by Stan Lee and Larry Lieber, cover art is by Jack Kirby and Chic Stone, and story artwork is by Lieber, Stone, Dick Ayers, and Paul Reinman.

From an original owner collection, this early Marvel issue features the second appearances of Daredevil and Electro, along with an appearance from the Fantastic Four. The one and only Stan Lee provides the story, with artwork by Joe Orlando and Vince Colletta and a spectacular cover by Colletta and Jack Kirby.

Another great addition to your collection is this Marvel Silver Age issue. In addition to a Kang appearance and pin-up, Spider-Man makes an early guest-star appearance in a fantastic story by Stan Lee, with artwork by Don Heck and Chic Stone, and cover by Stone and Jack Kirby.

Good luck, all!

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Thank you so much to everyone who stopped by for Free Comic Book Day 2019 on Saturday. It was wonderful to see so many new and returning faces, and we hope you had a wonderful time! Now that you’ve had a small taste of what our shop has to offer, we’re happy to help with any additional questions you may have, in-person or via email.

Maybe you picked up a particular publisher’s sampler comic with a teaser for a series that intrigued you, or maybe that new DC or Marvel book reminded you of an old favorite that you’d like to re-read. Perhaps you’re unfamiliar with comics in general and would like some suggestions on where to start; or maybe that thrilling new movie sparked an interest in learning about a particular character (or multiple characters; Endgame has a lot to choose from!). Maybe you’re looking for supplies to preserve your collection, or you’d like to set up a pull list so you never miss a single issue of that hot new title. Whatever it is, we can help.

If you liked what you experienced on Free Comic Book Day, don’t forget that our Spring 2019 Comic Book Show & Sale is under two weeks away and coming up fast! Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 18th, 10am–4pm, and check our events page for more information. If you like sales, giveaways, and tons of awesome comics to feast your eyes on (and possibly add to your collection), this is the family-friendly show for you.

Is everyone ready for the weekend?! Apart from the normal joys of having a couple of days off (well, depending on your schedules), there’s one other major thing to look forward to this time — and that’s Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 4th. You won’t want to miss it, otherwise you’ll be waiting another year for the next one.

In the meantime, take a look at that fantastic list of upcoming releases! Get your requests in early (via email is quick and easy), and you’ll be able to enjoy Free Comic Book Day to its fullest.

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Who’s ready for Free Comic Book Day? If you answered “me!”, then you’re in the right place.

We’ve been waiting for an entire year, but Free Comic Book Day is here — “here” meaning this Saturday, May the Fourth, 10am–5pm. Whether you’re a veteran of FCBD or a newbie, please take a moment to read up on the following details, so that you know what to expect this time:

What exactly is Free Comic Book Day?
Beginning in 2002, comic book shops world-wide have been celebrating “Free Comic Book Day” to promote reading and collecting comics. (If you’d like to read more about it, the official website is a good starting point.) Basically, we love comics and want to share that love with you!

When and where is it?
It’s this Saturday, May 4th, 10am–5pm, at Wonderland Comics in Penfield. Our doors will open to the public promptly at 10am; before that, you might see our lights on and staff moving about, but that’s because we will be busily setting up for your arrival. We appreciate your patience until we officially open.

Which comics are free?
Comic publishers have printed a diverse selection of comics — for all age groups and interests — specially for the Free Comic Book Day event, and we will have them available for you. We’ve also picked out a number of extra comic titles to add to the mix. To make it easy, we will have a designated table set up with the comics that are part of the promotion. (They are clearly marked with the blue “Free Comic Book Day” logo on the cover.) Our fantastic staff will be eager to help if you have any questions.

How many free comics can I have?
Every year, the awareness of and attendance on Free Comic Book Day have grown steadily, and we anticipate this year will be the same. With that in mind, we want to make sure everyone is able to enjoy the event, so we ask that you please limit your choice to the one or two issues that you’re most excited to read.

Can I bring the kids?Yes, absolutely. We pride ourselves on being a family-friendly store, and in fact we’ll have tons of comics designed just for younger readers. We also carry a wide range of science and activity kits, games, and books for kids, so there will be lots to look at. Bring the entire family!

Can I update my pull list while I’m there?
If you have changes to make to your list, please email us. Past experience has taught us that we should expect the day to be very busy. Emailing updates will ensure that we get to your requests correctly and efficiently. Thank you in advance for understanding!

Have you seen Avengers: Endgame yet? We want to talk spoilers!
Please keep Wonderland Comics a spoiler-free zone for now — our staff has actually been so busy getting ready for Free Comic Book Day and our Comic Book Show & Sale on May 18th that not all of us have not gotten a chance to see the movie yet. Be considerate of your fellow fans so that we can all enjoy any plot twists or surprises at our own pace. It’s appreciated!

As always, if you have any other questions or concerns that weren’t addressed here, please don’t hesitate to call (585-248-0450) or email us. We’ll be happy to help.